Plant Care Mammallaria beneckei

Mammallaria beneckei

Taxonomy

Mammillaria beneckei
Mammillaria
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Mammallaria beneckei

💦 Water

How often to water your Mammallaria beneckei

Water needs for Mammallaria beneckei
0.5 cups
every 12

Mammallaria beneckei needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Mammallaria beneckei

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Mammallaria beneckei in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Mammallaria beneckei: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Mammallaria beneckei love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Mammallaria beneckei does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Mammallaria beneckei in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Mammallaria beneckei

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Mammallaria beneckei: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Mammallaria beneckei after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Mammallaria beneckei thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Mammallaria beneckei requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Mammallaria beneckei enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Mammallaria beneckei Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Mammallaria beneckei is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Mammallaria beneckei →

When and How to Successfully Repot Mammallaria beneckei →


💩 Fertilizer

Mammallaria beneckei grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Mammallaria beneckei to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Mammallaria beneckei is native to the Southwestern United States, Central America, and the Caribbean.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Mammallaria beneckei

Mammallaria beneckei

Mammallaria beneckei


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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